Shauna and Mark are getting married this October! They love movies, old architecture, and looking sharp. It was only appropriate to do an engagement session at the amazing Senator Theatre in downtown Baltimore.

Mark and Shauna describe themselves as "camera shy," but I tell you, I don't think I've had a more willing and pliable couple; they were up for almost anything I suggested, including lying down on the frigid pavement in below-freezing weather!

For this shoot, I kept my lighting limited and simple. I wanted something that would feel very dramatic... at times harsh as well, to reflect the paparazzi city feel, and add a little glamor.

We also found some old movie reels and had a little fun.

What would the movies be without popcorn?

Or, perhaps, a kiss?

I had a fabulous time with these two, and The Senator was an amazing location. It's a travesty, therefore, that a "jewel of Baltimore" might not be able to stay running. After "cramming 1,000 people into its theater" to show the live coverage of the Inauguration, the Senator will host a press conference today at 10:30 AM to discuss how the theater is in danger of shutting down.

So please, show The Senator some love. Show up at the press conference, tell your friends, or better yet, call Gayle at 410-323-1989 and ask what you can do to help.